Kernis, Irving A.

September 28, 2005

Irving A. Kernis, O.D., Sept. 25, 2005, age 89, late of Glenwood, beloved husband of the late Jewel Kernis, nee Boyd; dear father of Jackie Kernis (Richard) Multack of Homewood, Jean Harpster of Oconomowoc, WI and the late Daniel L. Clarke; cherished grandfather of nine and great-grandfather of 11; loving brother of the late Norman, Alvin and Leonard Kernis. Member of the Illinois Optometric Association and American Optometric Association. Member of the Board of Directors for the Nation Vision Consultants. Oldest rookie to graduate from the Chicago Police Academy. Resting at the Tews Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, Wednesday from 3 to 9 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Diabetes Association would be appreciated. 708-798-5300.